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Light Therapy & 3 Key Elements

The Three Key Elements…

Light Therapy can be used for a wide array of conditions and disorders. Each of these forms of treatment requires variations of the 3 key elements of Light Therapy. Duration, timing, and intensity.
The duration of the Light Therapy treatment refers to how long the treatment is conducted and the scheduling of it. This can look like once a week for two months all the way to five days a week for a year depending on the condition. The timing of the Light Therapy treatment refers to how long the treatment is conducted. For example, sitting in front of light box for thirty minutes, or keeping a body wrap around the back for fifteen minutes. The intensity of the Light Therapy treatment refers to the power of the Light Therapy device being used. For example, using a light box with 10,000 lux in order to treat seasonal depression. When these three key elements are scientifically and accurately combined, Light Therapy patients will find themselves on a path to a happier and healthier life.

Choosing The Three Key Elements…

Light Boxes for Depression:

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a form of depression that occurs each year during the months of fall and winter. The depression occurs due to the lack of sunlight as well as day light savings. These tough months can seriously affect our circadian rhythm, which is the internal clock inside our brains. Normal depression, which can occurs during any of the 12 months of the year, is also very sensitive to light. Using a light box in situation such as this has been proven extremely effective. If someone is struggling with Seasonal Affective Disorder, a light box will lift their mood and remind their brain what time of day it is in order to keep mood levels high. If someone is struggling with Depression, a light box can help by effectively elevating the chemicals in the brain that make us feel low.

After much research, the ideal light boxes have been created to fit individual’s lifestyles. Light boxes come in all different shapes and sizes as well as different intensity levels. The method of treatment may vary depending on the severity of the seasonal depression as well as the device being used. The stronger the light, the less time should be spent in front of the light box. Most people use light boxes for a minimum of 30 minutes each morning. A morning treatment can start your day off right and keep your body’s internal clock in check. However, some people don’t have time in the morning and choose to do the treatment at a different time. This is okay too. The more effectively you can fit the treatment into your schedule, the more you will benefit from it. Below is a list of light sources and how much light we receive indoors versus outdoors. Also, note that lux is a standard unit of light flow.

Bright moonlight – 1 lux
Candle light at 20 cm – 10-15 lux
Street light – 10-20 lux
Normal living room lighting – 100 lux
Office fluorescent light – 300-500 lux
Sunlight, 1 hour before sunset – 1000 lux
Daylight, cloudy sky – 5000 lux
Daylight, clear sky – 10,000-20.000 lux
Bright sunlight – 20,000-100,000 lux

Outdoors on a sunny day is 50-100 times brighter than office or room lighting.
(List borrowed from PsychEducation.Org)

With that being said, most light boxes are around 10,000 lux. It’s important to keep cost in mind as well. The higher intensity of the device, the more expensive it is going to be. But if Seasonal Affective Disorder or Depression are controlling your life, is cost necessarily a factor?

Dawn Simulators have also been proven extremely effective in scenarios such Seasonal Affective Disorder and Depression and they are noticeably cheaper than light boxes. A Dawn Simulators mimics the sunrise and sunset in your home through a small lamp. A timer must be set and when it’s time for you to start waking up, the simulator will turn on, mimicking the sunrise. This can be left on throughout the day and then slowly shut off as your day winds down. Most people only use the simulator to wake up, sort of acting as an alarm clock. But for people working from home or spending a lot of time in their home during the fall and winter months, it may be effective and helpful to leave the simulator on throughout the day.

Light Boxes For Other Mood Disorders:

Light boxes and dawn simulators, which were described above, are also extremely effective when it comes to mood disorders such as insomnia and jet lag. Seasonal changes, depression, medications, and stress, can all trigger insomnia. And for people that travel a lot for work or pleasure, jet lag can quickly control your life.

Using a Dawn Simulator for both of these conditions can be extremely effective. If you’re struggling with insomnia, a dawn simulator will help you wake up and go to sleep at appropriate times, helping create a proper sleep schedule and breaking insomnia. Also, because insomnia is also a side affect or depression, you could kill two birds with one stone. Using a light box could help too. It could elevate your mood, thus decreasing your stress levels, ultimately letting you fall asleep.

A Dawn Simulator can help fight off jet lag by keeping your body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm in check. The simulator will help remind your brain the time of day and get you back to normal. A light box could definitely be effective too if it is used in the morning. It will not only keep your brain in sync with the day, but it will also put a smile on your face and a glow on your skin.

Light Therapy Devices For Cosmetic Conditions:

Light Therapy devices are commonly used to fight acne, slow down the cosmetic aging process, and even reverse hair loss. Handheld devices are typically used for acne and usually use either red or blue light. The device uses infrared lighting to penetrate into the pores on the skin to kill the bacteria that creates acne. The devices can also reduce the inflammation on the skin. This process can be done at home or in a dermatologists office. However, at home treatments are going to be far less expensive. The devices are typically held to the skin for 10 minutes increments and the light is commonly between 400 and 1,000 nanometers in intensity.

Anti-aging is one of the most popular benefits of Light Therapy. Red light therapy is commonly use for skin rejuvenation. Treatments can reduce wrinkles, minimize fine lines, reduce cellulite markings, and leave you with a young and healthy glow. Handheld devices, similar or the same as the ones use for acne, can help achieve all of these goals. Red light therapy beds are also extremely common. Similar to a tanning bed, the person undergoing the treatment would lay in the bed for a certain amount of time on a set schedule. Typically 15 to 30 minutes one to multiple times a week.

Hair loss is treated with red light therapy as well. Whether the hair loss is due to old age, pattern baldness, stress, or a skin condition, red light is known to help. The patient will either use a handheld device or a light panel and set a schedule for themself. The intensity is the same at the options discussed above. Of course, for all of these things, reading instructions and taking your personal condition into order before beginning treatment will give you the best results.

Light Therapy Devices For Severe Skin Conditions:

Light Therapy can help with more serious conditions, such as Rosacea, Eczema, Athlete’s Foot, Psoriasis, and more. If you are currently taking medication for any of these conditions or similar ones, it may be worth discussing Red Light Therapy with your doctor and finding a better option for your body. The treatments won’t take over your life and can be easily fit into your daily routine.

Red light therapy is used for just about all of these conditions. The same devices discussed above are used for these skin conditions. Blue light therapy is currently being used to treat certain types of skin cancers and it is remarkable. A solution is put onto the skin and then blue light is applied to the cancerous areas. The light penetrates through to the skin, killing the cancerous matter.

As discussed before, depending on the severity and exact circumstance of the condition, the treatments length and intensity levels differ. These treatments, aside from skin cancer, can be done at home or at a doctor’s office.

Light Therapy For Pain:

Red light therapy is commonly used amount athlete’s for pain management. Red light can treat aches and pains, reduce muscle and joint pain, help manage chronic pain, speed up the healing process for a wide array of injuries, and much more. Red light therapy beds, as discussed above, are commonly used for all of these conditions. Body wraps that use red infrared light are used as well and are much easier to fit to your lifestyle.

Starting The Treatment…

As with all major lifestyle changes regarding your health, it is always important to consult with a doctor who knows your history first. The next step is to choose whether to do the treatments at home or in a doctor’s office. If possible, at home treatments are usually the best route. Not only are they far less expensive, it is also easier to manage your time around the treatments if you only have to worry about your own schedule. It’s important to choose the right light therapy device. If it doesn’t fit your needs or schedule, you will never use it!

And lastly, but most importantly, keep an open mind. Light therapy is a natural form of therapy which could lead to doubts. But if your mind is open and you stick to a schedule, light therapy can seriously be life changing. The treatment will not heal you over night, but if you are dedicated, you can witness wonders.

Posted on April 15, 2016 In Acne, Blue Light Therapy, Depression, Hair Loss, Light Therapy, Mental Health, Psoriasis, Red Light Therapy, Skin Treatments, Uncategorized

Top 10 Red Light Therapy Products Under $100

Red light therapy has been proven effective in treating many conditions and disorders. It is also well known for enhancing people’s cosmetic appearance and slowing down the natural aging process. Whether you’re struggling to get rid of your acne, living with Psoriasis, aching and crying from chronic pain, losing your hair, or suffering from any other valid condition, Red light therapy is here to save the day. Light therapy treatments can be conducted at home or in a doctor’s office. Although the devices and machines used in a doctor’s office will mostly always be stronger and more intense, the treatments can get expensive, especially if you need a strict and frequent routine. We have created a list of the Top 10 Red Light Therapy Products Under $100. All of these products can be ordered straight to your house and you can conduct your own light therapy treatments. Determining what product is going to work best for you, deciding the best time to use it, and setting a schedule is the best way to see results. Are you ready? Here it goes…

1.) NOVA RED Light Therapy Machine

Amazon for $69.00

The NOVA RED Light Therapy Machine is perfect for anyone aiming for skin rejuvenation. This sleak handheld device has 660 nanometer bulbs in the head and has optional continuous pulse modes. It’s ideal for tightening and firming the skin on your face. It’s also cordless, which makes it easy to store as well as pack away in a suitcase. It’s rechargeable and can be charged through a USB computer port or a charger.

2.) RubyLux Red & Blue LED Bulb

Amazon for $19.99

Unlike the device listed above, this product isn’t handheld and it won’t be held directly onto your skin. Instead, the RubyLux Red & Blue LED Bulb can be inserted into most lighting fixtures and voila! You’ve got a red light therapy lamp. The red bulbs are at wavelengths between 640 to 660 nanometers and the blue bulbs are at wavelengths between 400 to 415 nanometers. There are 38 LED bulbs in total and they are all fit snug together, creating a high power bulb. This lamp is ideal for reducing inflammation from acne as well as treating skin conditions such as Rosacea and Psoriasis.

3.) IlluMask Wrinkle Light Therapy Mask

Amazon for $19.99

The illuMask Wrinkle Light Therapy Mask was created to treat facial wrinkles. The infrared red light mask is intended to be worn for a set amount of time on a strict schedule. The device includes a booklet with 30 different treatments that can be conducted. Not only is the price unbeatable, but it’s FDA approved and harm free. There are no chemicals or UV rays, making this the best way to fight wrinkles.

4.) Body Essentials Light and Massage Therapy Hairbrush

Amazon for $42.99

This hairbrush is not only a good price, but it also has wonderful reviews. The Body Essentials Light and Massage Therapy Hairbrush uses 20 energy inducing 660 nanometer LED lights and 184 flexible steel bristles with soft ball tips to help grow the hair you’ve always wanted. The red lights help stimulate hair growth while also creates soft, healthy hair. The simulating massage action is just the right touch this brush needs to take this product above and beyond.

5.) Beurer Il50 Infrared Heat Lamp

Amazon for $65.58

This red light therapy lamp was created to effectively deliver infrared heat to the body. The Beurer IL50 Infrared Heat Lamp is equipped with a 300 Watt light behind the heat safe panel. The idea is to use the light weight design and the easy to use adjustable handles to set the lamp up in a spot where you can easily reach sore muscles and joints. The lamp is very fairly priced and has great reviews. A great option!

6.) NORLANYA Micro Vibration Photon Therapy Device

Amazon for $58.87

The NORLANYA Micro Vibration Photon Therapy Device is handheld, very simple, and extremely effective. It’s also a very fair price. This device has more than just red light features. It can also swap to blue or green lights. If you’re looking for a Red Light Therapy product, this one is top of the line. The red bulbs and the micro vibration sensation, when held to the face, promote skin cell activitity by stimulating the skin’s metabolism, blood, and collagen. This helps rejuvenate the skin by tightening it, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, and leaving a healthy and young glow. This tiny device is easy to pack away and has an automatic off setting which always comes in handy.

7.) Light Relief Infrared Pain Relief Device

Amazon for $69.90

This device made by Light Relief provides topical heating to the body in order to relieve muscle and joint pain, soreness and stiffness. The device warms the area by applying infrared heat by way of 59 light and heat emitting bulbs. The device is hand held, battery operated, and simple to use. It has four frequency settings in order to achieve the best results. For such a fair price, it’s definitely worth trying out.

8.) Bria Beam Facial Set

Amazon for $34.95

The Bria Beam Facial Set combines a micro-vibe infrared LED device and specially formulated creams that help achieve tighter, smoother, and glowing skin. The applicator tip on the device gently massages the skin to stimulate cell growth as well as make the skin a better place for absorbing the creams. The device has a few different modes and the company suggests a 90 second rolling massage after an LED mode has been chosen. The Bria Beam Facial Set is being raved about online. Can you believe the price?

9.) Therabulb Infrared – Heat Light Therapy Bulb

Amazon for $24.99

This 250 Watt light bulb can be added to just about any at home lamp or light fixture, helping you create a Light Therapy treatment center in the comfort of your own home. The incandescent heat and light therapy bulb fits into a standard light socket and has a wavelength of 850 nanometers, which is ideal for healing. The light penetrates the skin leaving you with wonderful results if you struggle with aches and pains, medical conditions such as Firbomyalgia, Lyme Disease, herniated discs, bulging discs, pulled and strained muscles, and more. The light also boosts collagen and elastin, which help elimate fine lines and wrinkles. Maybe simply swapping a bulb could save you!

10.) Bilt-Rite Mastex Health Infrared Heat Unit

Amazon for $23.95

This device is similar to some of the ones discussed above, but the price is just too good to not share it. The 7 Watt bulb in the Bilt-Rite Mastex Health Infrared Heat Unit provides infrared lighting and heat that can penetrate deep into the skin to treat a wide array of conditions. Being able to reach further than just the surface layer of the skin allows this product to create a comforting and soothing effect on the nerves. If this expensive device could make your pains go away, why wouldn’t you give it a shot?

Posted on April 14, 2016 In Light Therapy, Products, Red Light Therapy, Top 10's

Top 10 Acne Light Therapy Products Under $100

In the most recent years, when acne treatments are being discussed, the phrase light therapy is usually going to be thrown around. It may seem silly as first to some people. Light can treat my acne? You mean the sun? Oh I have to sit in front of a light? How could that work?

It works, folks. It definitely works. Light therapy is being used to treat not just acne, but also a wide array of skin conditions and disorders. The all natural, chemical free, drug free therapy is breaking headlines everywhere. There are a few different forms of light that work to kill that confidence lowering acne that we all deal with. Red light therapy, blue light Therapy, and a combination of the two are all being used to kill acne causing bacteria in your pores, reduce inflammation, heal scars from previous breakouts, eliminate black heads, and more. Light therapy treatments for acne can be conducted in a doctor’s office or in the comfort of your own home. While the devices doctor’s use are going to be slightly more powerful and you will be supervised throughout the treatment, it often gets extremely expensive to visit a dermatologist each time you want to undergo light therapy treatments. This is why the world has begun to improve at home acne light therapy treatments. In order to get the best results, it’s important to speak with a doctor first, set a schedule for yourself, and fit the treatment into your routine. The easier it is to fit the treatment into your schedule, the better you will be about making it happen. It’s also important to keep an open mind. Light therapy treatments aren’t going to make you acne free and keep you that way in one night. Be patient, follow a schedule, and you’ll have the skin you’ve always dreamed of.

Below is a list of the Top 10 Acne Light Therapy Products Under $100. You can use all of these devices in the comfort of your home, they don’t take up much space, and they won’t break the bank. What else could you ask for?!

1.) NORLANYA Red Light Therapy Machine

Amazon for $59.99

The NORLANYA Red Light Therapy Machine is perfect for killing that acne causing bacteria that lives in your pores and reducing inflammation. With wavelengths at 660 nanometers, this easy to use, handheld device is sure rejuvenate your skin. The device has two photon light therapy modes. You can choose continuous or pulse modes to find what works best for your skin. This device is cordless, easily rechargeable, and can fit in your carry on bag.

2.) IlluMask Acne Light Therapy Mask

Amazon for $16.27

The IlluMask Acne Light Therapy Mask was specially made for conveniently treating acne. The mask uses red and blue light to effectively treat mild cases of acne while also being easy to use and inexpensive. The mask is hands free, drug free, and chemical free. The device also comes with a packet that explains thirty different treatment options.

3.) LED Light Therapy Skin System For Beautiful Skin

Amazon for $99.99

The LED Light Therapy Skin System for Beautiful Skin uses multiple forms of light therapy to target skin conditions. As you’ll see, this device is at a slightly higher price point. The reason being, you get more for your buck. This skin care package includes three detachable light heads which can be changed according to what your skin requires. The device is hand held, cordless when in use and charges with the included cord. The device is aimed to give you a 30 minute treatment per charge and has a built in timer to let you know when your treatments, which are typically 10 minutes long, are finished. The LED Light Therapy Skin Care System has wonderful reviews for not only treating acne. It can also tighten the skin on your face and body and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

4.) Project E Beauty LED 3 Color Photo-Rejuvenation Kit

Amazon for $54.99

The Project E Beauty LED 3 Color Photo-Rejuvenation Kit is similar to the skin care system discussed above but less expensive. This device has detachable heads which allow you to choose exactly what part of your skin you’d like to focus on. The red light head penetrates between 8-10mm, the blue light head penetrates at about .55mm and the green light head is a combination of red and blue. The Project E Beauty Kit also uses small vibrations to help treat the skin. For this price and all that comes with it, why isn’t this simple, handheld device in your shopping cart?

5.) Yok Pollar Light Therapy Machine

Amazon for $72.95

The Yok Pollar Light Therapy Machine is not only great for rejuvenating the skin, reducing fine lines, and tightening the skin, but it’s also made for treating acne. This device uses wavelengths between 620 to 625 nanometers to help you receive dermatologist results right at home. The package is also cordless, easy to store, sits in a charging dock, and includes goggles to keep your eyes safe.

6.) Helios Advanced Light Therapy System

Amazon for $39.99

The Helios Advanced LED Light Therapy System is a complete treatment system. This device gives you everything you need to treat your skin in a small package. The handheld wand has three detachable heads, red, blue, and green. Each light head attachment is precisely engineered with wavelengths between 415 to 660 nanometers to help you achieve the best possible results. The “blemish fighter” head, which you would use for acne treatments, uses blue LED lighting at 415 nanometers to dramatically reduce inflammation and kill acne causing bacteria in your pores. The device can cover a large area of the skin and has an auto-off option so that you can perfectly time your scheduled treatments.

7.) Tanda Clear+ Professional Clearing Solution

Amazon for $79.00

The Tanda Clear Professional Clearing Solution is small and handy, weighing in at just 12 ounces. This device aims to clear existing breakouts and help prevent any future ones. Patients simply press the orange power button and place the device on the affected area. The company claims that a three minute treatment session twice a day can clear your acne and keep it that way. This device is one of the simpler ones we’ve seen, making it a great option for light therapy beginners.

8.) ReVive Light Therapy Skin Treatment

Amazon for $79.95

The ReVive Light Therapy Skin Treatment is a handheld wand that penetrates deep into the skin to kill acne and the bacteria that causes it. The device is made for all skin types, even the sensitive ones! The light head consists of 40 LED blue light bulbs that help you start the journey to the skin you’ve always wanted in just a few days. The device should be used for a minimum of 3 minutes each day and used with goggles if the light is close to your eyes. This device is medical grade for just a fraction of the price!

9.) ReVive Light Therapy Essentials Treatment

Amazon for $49.00

The ReVive Light Therapy Essentials Treatment is highly reviewed and can help you achieve dermatologist results in a short amount of the time. The best part? All your treatments are done in the comfort of your home. This handheld device is medical grade, handheld, and portable. It’s also safe for all skin types, drug free, and all natural. This OTC Class II Medical Device may just be the one for you.

10.) Verilux Clearwave Phototherapy System For Acne

Amazon for $79.99

The Verilux Clearwave Phototherapy System For Acne painlessly destroys the bacteria in your pores that causes acne while keeping the surrounding tissue safe and harm free. This easy to use handheld device is rechargeable, portable, and sits in it’s own dock, making it the perfect addition to your bathroom counter. It was cleared by the FDA for the treatment of mild to moderate acne and it doing great at just that. When applied to affected areas, the device detects contact with the skin and and applies a powerful and effective blue light for a three minute treatment session. The light head is precisely engineered, applying the correct amount of wavelengths to treat your acne while keeping your skin healthy and out of harm’s way.

Posted on April 12, 2016 In Acne, Blue Light Therapy, Light Therapy, Products, Red Light Therapy, Skin Treatments, Top 10's

Top 5 Light Therapy Products For Travelers Under $100

Light Therapy is all the rave right now. It’s all natural, drug free, chemical free and harm free. It’s being used to treat acne, rejuvenate skin, treat cancer, treat all different forms of depression, treat skin conditions, cure hair loss, and so much more! The biggest factor when it comes to any sort of medical treatment is convenience. If the treatment does not easily fit into your schedule, it’s very common to not give it the chance it deserves. In order to get the best results for light therapy treatments, patients need to set a schedule for themselves and be sure to follow it. In order for this to happen, the treatment has to work with the patient’s daily routine. Many people travel, right? Whether it’s for work, pleasure, family, friends, etc. However, traveling quite frequently while also following a medical treatment plan can be difficult. This is why finding the right Light Therapy product is so important. If you’re a traveler and looking to add Light Therapy to your lifestyle, this list is for you. We have created a list of the Top 5 Light Therapy Products For Travelers Under $100. Our list is succinct and accurate, helping you find the perfect product. These devices are easy to pack in your carry on, can be used just about anywhere, and they won’t empty your wallet. You’re welcome!

1.) Nature Bright Sun Bliss 2 in 1 Portable Light Therapy & Wake-Up Light

Amazon for $60.30

The Nature Bright Sun Bliss 2 in 1 Portable Light Therapy & Wake-Up Light is perfect for the traveler who needs a little help keeping their circadian rhythm in check. This light is made with a 10,000 lux bright light which is meant to mimic the sun no matter what time of day it is. It can be used as a simple light box that you spend some time in front of to raise your energy levels or you can use it as an alarm clock. Set the time you’d like to start waking up and the light will slowly start to turn on, mimicking the sunrise and keeping your mind’s internal clock in check. The Nature Bright Sun Bliss Light is light weight and portable, weighing in at only 15.5 ounces and 1.2 inches in height.

2.) Zadro Sunlight 365

Amazon for $34.95

The Zadro Sunlight 365 was specially designed for the winter blues traveler. This light consists of 35 blue LEDs and has 10,000 lux of light which is quite impressive considering the size. The light is adjustable from 0 to 100% and has a small panel on the front that shows the time and other optionable settings. This light is plastic, small, and portable, making it a necessary addition to your carry on bag.

3.) Verilux Happy Light Liberty 5K Natural Spectrum Energy Lamp

Joann for $19.99

This lamp is on sale! You better add it to your cart quick! The Verilux Happy Light Liberty 5K Natural Spectrum Energy Lamp is only about 6″x7″x3″ which makes it perfect for your office, desk or hotel room. It’s plastic and portable, making it easy to fit in your suitcase or briefcase. It emits 5000 lux which is ideal for mild to moderate cases of Seasonal Affective Disorder, depression, jet lag, shift changes, insomnia, and more. This lamp may be small but it sure is mighty.

4.) LED Light Therapy Skin System For Beautiful Skin

Amazon for $99.99

The LED Light Therapy Skin System for Beautiful Skin uses multiple forms of light therapy to target skin conditions such as acne, wrinkles, scars, inflammation, psoriasis, Rosacea, and more. This skin care package includes three detachable light heads which can be changed according to what your skin requires. The device is hand held, cordless when in use and charges with the included cord. The device is aimed to give you a 30 minute treatment per charge and has a built in timer to let you know when your treatments are finished. Treatments are usually 10 minutes long. The device is only 5.6 ounces and 2 inches long, making it easy to continue your skin treatments while traveling. How often do you get to treat your acne on the go? This device makes it possible.

5.) ReVive Light Therapy Skin Treatment

Amazon for $79.95

The ReVive Light Therapy Skin Treatment is a handheld wand that penetrates deep into the skin to kill acne and the bacteria that causes it. The device is made for all skin types, even the sensitive ones! The light head consists of 40 LED blue light bulbs which makes this device a bang for the buck! The device should be used for a minimum of 3 minutes each day and used with goggles if the light is close to your eyes. The ReVive Light Therapy Skin Treatment device is small, portable, and will fit nicely in your toiletry bag while you travel. Continue your treatment on the go! It’ll be worth it.

Posted on April 11, 2016 In Acne, Blue Light Therapy, Depression, Light Therapy, Mental Health, Products, Red Light Therapy, Skin Treatments, Top 10's

Best Light Therapy Products For Skin Rejuvenation

In the most recent years, when skin treatments are being discussed, the phrase light therapy is usually going to be thrown around. It may seem silly at first to some people. Light can make me look younger? Light can heal my skin? No more wrinkles? You mean the sun? Oh I have to sit in front of a light? How could that work?!

It works, everyone. It has been proven over and over again! Light therapy is being used to treat not only skin conditions and disorders, but also the inevitable aging process that we all have to go through. You’re still going to grow older, but that doesn’t mean your skin has to look the same as your age! The all natural, chemical free, drug free therapy is breaking headlines everywhere. There are a few different forms of light that work to rejuvenate the skin. Red light therapy, blue light therapy, and a combination of the two are all being used to reduce wrinkles, minimize fine lines, tighten the skin, get rid of cellulite, heal scars, and more. We’re going to break it down for you between you start digging deeper looking at products…

Red Light – Stimulates the production of collagen, which is a protein used to repair damaged tissue and to replace old tissue. This will help treat fine lines and reduce large sized pores.
Blue Light – Kills Prophyrins, which is the acne causing bacteria in the skin’s pores. It also has a calming effective which is great for hypersensitivity.
Green Light – A balance between red and blue light. Balances color pigment, reduces fine lines, adds nutrients to aging skin, speeds up healing process of wounds, and can treat scars.

Light therapy treatments for these conditions can be conducted in a dermatologist’s office or in the comfort of your own home. While the devices doctor’s use are going to be slightly more powerful and you will be supervised throughout the treatment, it often gets extremely expensive to visit a dermatologist each time you want to undergo light therapy treatments. This is why scientists have begun to improve at home skin rejuvenation light therapy treatments. In order to get the best results, it’s important to speak with a doctor first, set a schedule for yourself, and fit the treatment into your routine. The easier it is to fit the treatment into your schedule, the better you will be about making it happen. It’s also important to keep an open mind. Light therapy treatments aren’t going to rejuvenate your skin immediately and keep you that way after just one treatment. Be patient, follow a schedule, and you’ll have the skin you’ve always dreamed of.

Below is a list of the Best Light Therapy Products for Skin Rejuvenation. You can use all of these devices in the comfort of your home, they’re easy to use, and you can follow your own treatment plan. Does it get any better?!

NORLANYA Photon Therapy Facial Salon Skin Care Treatment Machine

Amazon for $264.09

This skin care system is advanced and highly reviewed, making it one of the best options on the market for skin rejuvenation. The NORLANYA Photon Therapy Facial Salon Skin Care Treatment Machine uses red, blue, and yellow lighting to reduce wrinkles, spots, fine lines, reduce inflammation, heal scars, and kill acne. The changeable light panels, which each include about 140 LED bulbs, emit light at different wavelengths. Red is at 630 nanometers, blue is 470 nanometers and yellow is 590 nanometers. The high intensity of this machine allows for cell growth and rejuvenation anywhere on the body with dermatologist level results. The NORLANYA Photon Therapy Machine is foldable, easy to transport, and can be manipulated to effectively treat any part of the body.

Carer 3 Color LED Mask

Amazon for $142.99

Light Therapy skin rejuvenation masks are a great way to soley focus on the health and cosmetic appearance of your skin. There are a lot of masks for sale but it’s takes doing a little research to find the one that is going to be the most effective. The Carer 3 Color LED Mask ranks pretty high in our books. This skin care mask uses 3 different photon therapy options. Patients can choose to use red, blue, or green LED lighting to help achieve the correct results. The red light emits light at wavelengths between 650 to 730 nanometers. The blue light emits light at wavelengths between 430 to 450 nanometers. The green light, which is a combination of red and blue light, emits light at wavelengths between 525 to 550 nanometers. This company recommends using the mask for at least 20 minutes a day and claims that you will see results in just 4-6 weeks! Worth a shot, right?

Quasar MD Plus

BabyQuasar for $595.00

Baby Quasar is a highly reviewed light therapy skin care company. They make many products to target skin rejuvenation and acne treatment.Their Quasar MD Plus uses red lighting to help slow the skin’s aging process as well as a few other cosmetic benefits. The Quasar MD Plus is FDA cleared, dermatologist recommended, and has proven positive results for at home treatments. The treatment head is 1.94 inches in diameter and it uses 5mm LEDs. While there is a smaller option for this device, the Baby Quasar Plus, the larger treatment heads allow patients to cover more space, shortening the treatment time. Red light therapy is 100% safe and has no side effects. Plus, the company that makes this device claims this handheld wand to be their best weapon against anti-aging. Time to add it to your shopping cart!

Posted on April 10, 2016 In Acne, Blue Light Therapy, Light Therapy, Products, Red Light Therapy, Skin Treatments

Red Light Therapy is commonly associated with anti-aging. Skin Rejuvination, to be exact. And while this is true, Red Light Therapy can works wonders in that department, the treatment has a long list of benefits. Ranging from acne to chronic back pain, Red Light Therapy may be the new magical elixir…except this actually works.

Red Light Therapy For Cosmetic Purposes…

Red Light Therapy devices can be used to help slow down our natural cosmetic aging. Treatment can reduce fine lines and wrinkles while also tightening and firming the skin. Proper treatment can rid of age spots and hyper pigmentation, which usually occurs on the face, neck, and hands. There’s no need for face lifts when you can go the natural route. Red Light Therapy can also diminish blemishes and red spots, along with acne. Thought you could never get rid of those blackheads around your nose? Or those zits that keep showing up around your chin? How about those scars that acne left you with? Regularly scheduled treatment can help you say goodbye to those.

Red Light Therapy For Severe Conditions…

Medications always come with a giant slew of side affects and everyone reacts differently. Red Light Therapy have proven to have little to no side affects while effectively treating serious conditions that people struggle with every day.

Proper light treatment can be used to treat skin problems you thought you would never get to say adios to. For example, burns and scars. Over time, Red Light Therapy can treat your skin and bring it back to it’s once undamaged self. It can also help with more serious conditions, such as Rosacea, Eczema, Athlete’s Foot, Psoriasis, and more. If you are currently taking medication for any of these conditions or similar ones, it may be worth discussing Red Light Therapy with your doctor and finding a better option for your body.

Red Light Therapy For Pain…

It probably goes without asking, but who wants to take pain killers every day? They’re dangerous, your body becomes overly reliant, and they make your stomach a wreck. An even better condition, who can lead a happy life when living with chronic pain? The answer is no one.
Red Light Therapy is very commonly used for pain relief. It’s used in doctor’s offices all over, athlete’s swear by it, Chiropractor’s praise it, and it’ll be hard to find someone with a negative opinion on the matter. It’s gentle, drug-free, non-invasive, and 100% awesome. In most cases, it has proven extremely effective in reducing pains and aches. In some cases, Red Light Therapy has actually totally eliminated aches and pains.
Red Light Therapy can treat herniated and bulging disks, muscle related back pain, Osteoarthritis, pulled and strained muscles, Fibromyalgia, muscle spasms, inflammation, bone fractures, chips, and sprains, nerve injuries, neck pain, neck stiffness, and more.

Forms Of Red Light Therapy…

Red Light Therapy can be used in a few different forms. The first decision that needs to be made is whether treatment is preferred at home or not. This answer can rely on the severity of the condition, budget, or what is being treated on the body.
If possible, it will be easier and more cost effective to perform light therapy treatments at home. Doctor’s office light therapy sessions can be extremely extreme as well as difficult to work into a daily schedule. If Red Light Therapy treatments are preferred at home, they can occur at your own convenience, have a one time cost, and be performed as many times as deemed necessary. There are hand held devices that are great for treating acne. There are also pads and wraps that are great for muscle and joint relief. If space isn’t an issue, there are large panels that can be used to treat a vast area on the body.
Tanning salons have recently undergone major criticism, making them frowned upon and practically irrelevant in the past few years. The salons have caught up with the times and many of them have been replacing the bulbs in their tanning beds withThere proper Red Light Therapy bulbs. If you are looking for an all over body treatment, this may be a good option for you. It won’t be very cost effective, but laying in a bed once a week for a set amount of time could help reduce body acne, cellulite, wrinkles, etc. It can also help with aching muscles, severe conditions such as Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, and more.

How It Works…

According to JustLuxe, a lifestyle and wellness website…
“Red light easily penetrates the skin, boosts circulation and bringing more blood and nutrients to the area. It also stimulates vital collagen and elastin production. Collagen helps plump the skin, while elastin firms the skin. The red light is energizing and repairing damaged cells, stimulating collagen and elastin and giving the skin back its youthful look.
Home devices for skin rejuvenation typically use visible red light at a wavelength of 660nm – That penetrates tissue to a depth of about 8-10 mm – Making it more beneficial for treating problems close to the surface of the skin.” (JustLuxe.com)

As for chronic pain and muscle and joint relief, infrared light is always used. This form of light penetrates deeper into the body and repairs cell components. The light also increases the productions of endorphins. This blocks the chemicals that transmit pain. If you’re using an at home treatment, the infrared light typically penetrates the skin at 880 nanometers at a depth of 30-40 milometers. Devices or beds in doctor’s offices will likely be stronger because they can be more controlled and take up more space.

A Word From The Experts…

“Penetrating red light is possibly the fundamental anti-stress factor for all organisms. The chronic deficiency of such light is, I think, the best explanation for the deterioration which occurs with aging.” – Ray Peat

“The important biological effects of red light were known even back in the 19th century, yet very few of the biologists seem to know about those findings nowadays. The knowledge of the physiological effects of light is mainly limited to blue light’s effects on circadian rhythm, yet the importance of red and near-infrared light is probably a more important topic for the public health. The general therapeutic usefulness of red light reminds me of the therapeutic uses of thyroid hormone, the topic about which I’ve written before. This connection is actually quite logical, considering that thyroid hormone also increases Cox activity, by increasing the cardiolipin concentration in the mitochondria.[76,77] Time will tell whether various treatments based on red and near-infrared light will gain popularity in the near future. But they should, because the study results are thoroughly so positive.” -Vladmir Heiskanen

Posted on March 16, 2016 In Red Light Therapy

Let’s Talk Red Light Therapy

What Is Red Light Therapy?

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Just like all light therapies, red light therapy is an all natural therapy with unlimited benefits. During this process, you shine a red light on yourself for a certain amount of time on a regular schedule in order to alter cosmetic details, decrease pain, quicken a healing process, etc.

What Does It Do?

The red light process is more commonly used for cosmetic assistance. Such as reducing fine lines and wrinkles, putting a stop to acne, healing after sun damage, and other skin problems. But beside being an anti-aging miracle worker, red light therapy has shown some pretty serious results when it comes to chronic and acute pain. NASA discovered the benefits of red light therapy in the early 2000s during a clinic for wound healing and pain management. Not coincidentally, this is when conventional medicine caught on and light therapy said goodbye to it’s taboo image. NASA is pretty good at stuff like that.

Since the discovery, red light therapy has been proven to provide relief from muscle and joint pains, high blood pressure, arthritis, as well as nerve and tissue damage. It can also decrease injury healing time, which is why pro athletes undergo the therapy after injuries.

How Does It Work?

Red light therapy uses infrared light, which is different from most other forms of light therapy. This particular light is of a stronger wavelength than others thus being able to reach deeper into your skin and provide benefits to your body, not just your mind. In 2013, Tammy Thompson took to her blog about health and wellness for Women’s Journal and explained just how red light gets it’s results. She wrote, “Red Light, in wavelengths between 630-660 nm (nanometers), has the ability to penetrate deep into the layers of the skin, energizing fibroblast cells that make collagen and elastin production. This is how the skin repairs damage and rejuvenates the skin’s overall appearance.”

Thompson continued to explain that the results from the process may just seem it like a cosmetic enhancement, but the results are actually showing the body healing itself. The same goes for red light treatment post accidents. Red light provides a relief from injuries that medicines and surgeries can’t do. This is because the body is actually healing, the pain is not just being masked.

What Are The Benefits?

You get it. Red light therapy is basically magical. It helps trigger our body into healing itself, it can make us look younger, it can decrease our pain, the list goes on and on. But besides those points, there are some pretty basic things that cannot be overlooked here. Light Therapy Options, a wonderful website dedicated to the all mighty power of light therapy, made a pretty impeccable list about these benefits. Take a look.

• 100% natural
• Drug free
• Chemical free
• Non-invasive (no needles or knives)
• Non-ablative (does not damage the skin)
• Painless (does not itch, burn, or sting)
• Requires zero downtime
• Safe for all skin types
• Safe for all ages
• Easily self administer in your own home
• FDA approved

(Benefit list borrowed from LightTherapyOptions.com)

Are There Any Side Effects?

Just like any medical treatment, there are some side effects to be considered if you are planning on using red light therapy or are already undergoing the treatment. People with a history of skin cancer should speak to their doctor first. There is a chance that light therapy is not the best thing for you. Any sort of treatment that involves being exposed to harsh amount of UV light and radiation cannot be deemed as risk free, but the side effects have been shown as extremely mild. Side effects may include headaches, trouble with sleeping, nausea, irritability, and trouble seeing clearly. Intense side effects are quite rare and light therapy is generally considered safe.

Some Of The Best Products…

So, are you sold? If you’re interested in trying red light therapy for yourself or you know someone who might be interested, take a look at some of our favorite products below.

For Your Face:

BabyQuasar.com

Quasar MD Plus
$795

When it comes to your face, you don’t want to mess around. You only get one of those and guess what? You can’t hide from your face. There are a lot of hand held light treatments available, but this dermatologist recommended device is by far one of the best. the Quasar MD Plus is easy to use and you’ll see results fast. The device uses wavelengths of red and infrared light just as powerful as the ones used by professionals. The energy simulates and increases blood flow for a beautiful glow. It also aids in smoothing wrinkles. Who doesn’t want that? The device can be used for less than fifteen minutes per treatment as little as twice a week.

For Your Body:

ReviveLightTherapy.com

Clinical XL Lighthead
$199

This deep penetrating light head is ideal for pain relief. Revive Light Therapy sells many light therapy products, but the Clinical XL Lighthead is ideal for body pains. The device is made up of 72 powerful, medical grade LED lights that make it possible to cover a large area for easy treatment. The lights penetrate into your tissue to help relieve stiffness and aches. The lightweight design is handheld and easy to use, making it simple to target those sore spots that nag you all day. It’s safe for all skin types, has great reviews, and the price isn’t too bad either.

For Your Busy Schedule:

Mountainside-medical.com

Qfiber Infrared Heat Therapy Body Wrap
$74

This body wrap is definitely a game changer for anyone with a lot on their plate. The Qfiber Infrared Heat Therapy Body Wrap provides relief by using deep penetration exactly where you need it. The body wrap is easily portable, safe and effective, comfortable to use, and fits all body types. The versatility of the body wrap is perfect for treating condition such as arthritis, carpel tunnel, shingles, fibromyalgia, abdominal cramps, etc.

For Your Bank Account:

Amazon.com

NOVA RED Light Therapy Machine
$69

This handheld anti-aging wand is perfect if you’re just looking to improve your skin and get rid of some wrinkles. It’s not quite as crazy as the Quasar MD Plus, but it’s just as easy to use and 10% of the price. The NOVA RED Light Therapy Machine combines 660 nanometer light bulbs and continuous pulsing to tighten your skin, reduce fine lines, and leave you with a healthy glow. The wand is handheld, cordless, and rechargeable. It also includes a light emission control sensor to protect your eyes, avoiding the need for goggles. If you’re new to red light therapy and more interested in the cosmetic side of the treatment, this more affordable option is most likely right up your alley.

Posted on February 11, 2016 In Red Light Therapy

Celebrities Who Use Light Therapy

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We always look to celebrities for the little details in our lives. Where do they shop? Where do I get pants like that? How are they so skinny? What kind of makeup do they use? Where do they buy their groceries? Do they work out? What kind of hair products do they use? What’s their diet?

The most common questions usually revolve around their cosmetic appearance…

How is their skin so perfect?
How come I have acne but they don’t?
Where are their wrinkles?
Why don’t they age?!

We all ask ourselves these questions. Jennifer Lopez is forty six years old, a mother to two children, probably busier than any of us can even imagine, and has been in the spotlight for at least thirty years.

How is her skin still so perfect? Where are those wrinkles hiding? Her legs seriously have no cellulite? You’ve got to be kidding. She’s forty six and still rocks booty shorts better than any eighteen year old.

The effervescent J-Lo, perhaps the eighth Wonder of the World for most of us, is just one of many celebrities who use light therapy as a part of her every day routine. Celebrities use multiple different forms of light therapy, some more excessive than others, all showing wonderful results. The options range from light boxes, wands, masks, panels, lamps, wraps or one of the many other options to improve their skin. The results can decrease wrinkles, clear acne, open pores, diminish cellulite, and basically slow down the aging process that we all unfortunately have to go through. Light therapy can help make that whole process is bit easier.

Jennifer Lopez is a huge light therapy fan. She has never gone on the record and told the press exactly what products she uses but she is known to use LED Light Treatments to tight her skin and reduce the lines on her face. She may also use a red light therapy bed to help reduce the lines on her entire body.

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Katy Perry is often posting to her social media accounts about light therapy. She posted the photo above of her using a red light therapy portable mask. Although Perry is only thirty one and probably does not need to worry too much about her skin, she is known for looking pretty dang close to a Barbie Doll. Her skin is flawless for a thirty one year and it’s probably safe to say she wasn’t born that way. This mask uses red lights to keep her looking young! It tightens the skin on her face, reduces any fine lines, treats acne, and more.

Image from LightTherapyOptions.com

Jessica Alba is another celebrity who has taken to her social media to share her love for light therapy. The thirty four year old mother of two is definitely luck to have been blessed with beautiful Latina skin, but that doesn’t stop her from going the extra mile with light therapy treatments. Alba posted the photo of her Opera light therapy mask above and wasn’t shy about it. Why should she be? Notice the color of the mask. Alba’s facialist chose to use “pink” lights, which are a combination of red and blue lights, to treat her skin. The red light plumps the skin and decreases wrinkles by increasing the collagen in the skin while the blue helps say goodbye to acne by killing the bacteria underneath the skin. This Opera mask lets you choose if you would like to use red, blue, or both lights, maximizing your skin’s potential. Jessica Alba uses this treatment about once a week to help her achieve that flawless skin.

We all seem to have it in our minds that celebrities are different than we are. They’re above us, right? Super humans. But the truth is, they’re humans too. Jennifer Lopez doesn’t just magically have the legs of a twenty something year old, Katy Perry’s skin on her forehead doesn’t magically get tighter over time, and Jessica Alba isn’t Super Woman, although most of us are convinced that she is. There’s no shame in needing a little help to make aging bearable. Why not explore an option that is all natural and isn’t harmful? You wouldn’t be the only one.

Posted on February 10, 2016 In Blue Light Therapy, Celebrities, Light Therapy, Red Light Therapy